The only way to boost the UK economy is for humans and AI to work together, report finds

As artificial intelligence and robotics continue to become staples of human civilisation, what does that mean for us and our jobs? According to a report conducted by the Royal Society of Arts and YouGov back in September, four million jobs in the private sector in the UK could be replaced by robots in the next decade. When you add into the mix that Stephen Hawking is delivering pessimistic warnings that AI could replace humans altogether, our future, suffice it to say, looks a little grim. Now, the effect this is likely to have on our economy is being studied. Research undertaken by the Economist Intelligence Unit suggests that if robots do take over our jobs, instead of creating a healthier financial market, the British economy could shrink by a staggering £314 billion.